Page-18 of Defence Current Affairs

INSV Tarini Begins Historic Journey to New Zealand

November 27, 2024

On November 24, 2024, the Indian Naval Sailing Vessel (INSV) Tarini departed Fremantle, Australia, which marks the start of the second leg of its global expedition. The crew, led by Lieutenant Commander Dilna K and Lieutenant Commander Roopa A, received ..

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Pune to Host Historic Army Day Parade 2025

November 27, 2024

The Army Day Parade will take place on January 15, 2025, in Pune, which marks the first time Pune will host this prestigious event. The Army Day Parade commemorates Field Marshal K.M. Cariappa. He was the first Indian Commander-in-Chief of ..

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What is Dongfeng-100 (DF-100)?

November 27, 2024

Recent developments in missile technology have heightened global security concerns. China has enhanced its supersonic cruise missile, the Dongfeng-100 (DF-100), which poses threat due to its potential upgrades and capabilities. DF-100 Specifications The DF-100 is currently a supersonic missile, which ..

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SAREX-24: Indian Coast Guard Exercise

November 26, 2024

The Indian Coast Guard will conduct SAREX-24 in Kochi from November 27 to 30, which focuses on enhancing search and rescue operations. It is organised by the National Maritime Search and Rescue (NMSAR) Board. The exercises will involve national agencies ..

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India and Japan Strengthen Defence Cooperation

November 25, 2024

India and Japan are enhancing their defence collaboration, and Defence Minister Rajnath Singh recently concluded a visit to Laos. This visit included meetings with Japanese and Philippine counterparts during the ASEAN Defence Ministers’ Meeting-Plus (ADMM-Plus). Key Discussions The discussions focused ..

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Indian Army Chief Receives Nepali Honour

November 23, 2024

General Upendra Dwivedi, the Indian Army Chief, was recently awarded the title of Honorary General of the Nepali Army and was bestowed during his official visit to Kathmandu. The moment in the longstanding relationship between India and Nepal. Historical Context ..

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Sanyukt Vimochan 2024

November 21, 2024

The Indian Army conducted the annual Humanitarian Assistance and Disaster Relief (HADR) exercise, Sanyukt Vimochan 2024, in Gujarat on November 18-19, 2024. This exercise demonstrated India’s preparedness for disaster response. General Upendra Dwivedi, the Chief of the Army Staff, brought ..

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Bharat National Cyber Security Exercise (Bharat NCX 2024)

November 20, 2024

The Bharat National Cyber Security Exercise (Bharat NCX 2024) commenced and was organized by the National Security Council Secretariat and Rashtriya Raksha University, it lasts for 12 days. The primary goal is to enhance India’s cyber defense capabilities, which aims ..

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Nepal-India Border Security Meeting Commences

November 19, 2024

A high-level meeting on border security has started in Kathmandu focused on managing cross-border crime and preventing the illegal entry of third-country nationals. Objectives of the Meeting The meeting aims to improve crime control at the Nepal-India border, which seeks ..

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India and Japan Defence Technology Agreement

November 18, 2024

India and Japan have recently signed a Memorandum of Implementation (MoI), which focuses on the co-development of the UNICORN mast. The UNICORN is a conical structure that enhances stealth on naval warships, which falls under the India-Japan Defence Technology Cooperation ..

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